Bronx emcee OG OMyth is everything rap needs in a spiritually, socially and politically ailing world. His latest EP ‘Certificate of Perseverance’, released under the moniker Manifest Something Beautiful, strikes prophetic notes throughout the twenty minute runtime and seven track list. This is arguably his most positive and radio-ready release, where the rapper continues to exhibit […]
Barefoot McCoy: “Already Flown” – sweet builds that turn into pretty crescendo blowouts!
Barefoot McCoy is an American singer-songwriter, who delivers a unique blend of folk-rock and blues that often resonates with the trials and tribulations of life. Barefoot’s writing also includes traces of his beliefs and values in peace, humanitarianism, naturalism and romanticism. From 2010 through to 2014 Barefoot spent time in Kentucky, performing with multiple local bands and immersing himself […]
Amadi Jae: “Lonely Nights, Late Mornings” – emotion, power and world-weariness
Born in Westchester, NY, the self-proclaimed “Retrolite” Amada Jae, fell in love with music and the arts at a young age when discovering the cello. In the mist of her growth as a cellist her family relocated numerous times moving from Norwalk, CT to Accra, Ghana (West Africa). This drastic move enhanced her love for […]
The Static Dynamic: “Late Season” – compelling melodic buildups and emotional climaxes
The Static Dynamic is Jess Collins – (Vocals/Keys), Steph Curran – (Guitar/Programming), Mark Avery – (Bass) and Kyle Burkert – (Drums). Originally formed in 2007 by Jess (Petty Morals/Mellow Bravo), and Steph (Marianas/Goddess of My Religion), they released a record, performed regionally and then took a hiatus. Fast forward to 2013, a new incarnation of […]
Mike LePond’s Silent Assassins – a cohesive work that delights on many levels
The aural acrobatics of Mike LePond’s Silent Assassins features some of the best examples of daring riffing and acrobatic melody the metal genre has had to offer since the 80’s; even what you may consider the album’s weakest track, thrusts, dodges, lunges, and parries with proud cunning. Every composition on this self-titled album as a […]
“Veni Vedi Vici – Orchestral Compositions By Joey Cutless” – deep in symphonic sound with plenty of dramatic tones
Joey Cutless’ music has been featured on shows like “Making the Band” to “The Oprah Winfrey Show”, plus hundreds of other nation-wide, prime-time, and major network TV programs. His beats have been heard by hundreds of millions of TV viewers around the world. In addition to multiple hip-hop beats, orchestral compositions, and sound-bed music production, Joey Cutless […]
Brothers + Company: “Search Team” – mature, original, and sure-footed
Brothers + Company are gearing up for the release of their new EP titled “RUN”. Consisting of two sets of brothers, Jake & Josh Briggs and Marcus & Steven Rutherford – one of those set being twins – the Little Rock, Arkansas natives formed the alternative rock band on a whim in January 2014 and […]
AYK: “It Is What It Is” – experimenting, expanding, and opening himself to his demographic
Andrew Kim better known as AYK is true to himself and consistent; his material is raw and honest, the production is always on point, the lyrics are both dark and cynical, but filled with bittersweet love and a fragile ray of hope attached to it, while the delivery is as mesmerizing and haunting as the […]
FINN: “Entanglement” – From breezy, jazzy journeys to bluesy pop escapades, this duo are genuine craftsmen
Hailing from Melbourne, Australia FINN (Mark & Luke Finn) has released various singles and albums over the last few years, including last year’s 4-track EP, entitled “Entanglement”. FINN hits the ground running with this Ep. Their brilliant songwriting ability as well as unique, lyrical guitar styles shows a profound sense of maturation. This sound’s almost […]
Vince Adams: “Rain or Shine” – skilled songwriting, and gutsy, heartrending vocal performances
Vince Adams, an independent singer and songwriter from Los Angeles has released his new album entitled “Rain or Shine” on Feb. 8. Few rock n’ roll songwriters today succeed at blending genres, being literate, and being catchy as well as Vince Adams. “Rain or Shine” is nothing if not compulsively listenable. Think of it as the sonic equivalent […]
